Supply chain

Pizza Hut has swapped plastic straws for paper straws, but as head of supply chain Steve Packer explains, it was far from a straight forward decision

Consumer goods giant accused of failing to file progress reports and not paying membership fees, but Nestle insists it is pursuing a responsible sourcing strategy

A Plastic Planet launches 'Mobe-Aisle' lorry trailer selling food and drink products free from plastic packaging

New research finds 'compelling' business case for investing in food waste reduction

Retailers sign up to CDP programme, promising to work with their suppliers to cut carbon emissions

Richer countries import products but not the emissions used to make them

In her latest column on the environmental impact of our food, Louise Gray digs up the dirt on Britain's favourite vegetable, the potato.

Steel and mining giant unveils 'Steligence' approach designed to cut costs and environmental impact of building construction

Auto giant announces target to source at least a quarter of plastics used in its cars from recycled material by 2025

Plastic policy guide from UK waste sector groups highlights complexity of issue, but argues recycling plastics rather than eradicating their use can bring multiple benefits